Maths + Physics Tuition

I’m Matthew and I’ve been helping my students succeed at school and university since 1992, including over 13,000 hours of one-to-one tuition to over 400 students. My philosophy is: more than higher grades.

I teach A level Maths and Further Maths, A level Statistics, and A level Physics.

At GCSE level I have worked very successfully with students aiming for a grade 6 and above.

I also help undergraduates on courses with mathematical content, such as Economics and Business Studies.

My focus is on achieving high grades through understanding the material. I tailor my approach depending on individual needs and interests and I believe in making the subject as simple and enjoyable as possible. I am enthusiastic, friendly and approachable. I really want my students to succeed and I’m very happy to be contacted for help outside of their lesson time.

I was recently invited by Talksport Radio to be their “maths expert” to speak on the topic of coin tossing, in the context of determining who bats first in a cricket match. You can read a fuller version of what I said here.

UCAS + Oxbridge Advice

It is not enough simply to do well at A level, of course: students need to be given the tools to succeed at university. To that end I take a very full interest in their education generally. As one student recently put it, I am “so much more than just a maths tutor”. For example I give guidance and support with university entrance, including the UCAS personal statement, applying to Oxford and Cambridge, and interview preparation, and I have personal experience of working in both the legal and accounting professions. I’ve written a detailed guide for university applicants: Writing your UCAS personal statement.

Academic History + TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I have an outstanding academic record and over twenty-five years experience as a teacher and examiner, during which I’ve received excellent feedback from my students and their parents.  I have tutored over 400 students in Harrogate: that’s over 14,000 hours of one-to-one teaching since I started tutoring in 2006.

FEES

My fees are £240 per month, which covers four one-hour lessons and ongoing continuous support and help outside of lesson time. I do whatever I can to help my students succeed: I’ve even answered messages from a frantic student at midnight, and I’m always happy to talk to parents and guardians.

For short-term tutorial engagements, I charge £75 per hour. And for UCAS and Oxbridge advice, I charge £75 per hour.

Frequently Asked Questions

Because I tutor full-time, I only teach from my home on Victoria Avenue, in central Harrogate, and online.

I teach on weekdays from 4pm to 9pm.

FREE RESOURCES

In addition to my UCAS guide, I have produced a set of ‘cribsheets’ — revision flash cards for A level Maths students — and there is a whole section of the site devoted to the Solar System: part of my project to build a model solar system in Harrogate.

I am also currently writing a book about Probability and Statistics. The text is available here.